Why Whitstable?
Whitstable is the loveliest seaside town on the North Kent coast. It is famous for its oysters, and still has a working harbour, with fishing boats and a number of popular fishmarkets.

It is a unique combination of traditional and contemporary with charming architecture, a thriving arts culture and a rich maritime history. The main streets are full of craft and gift shops, art galleries, delicatessans and fashion boutiques – all interspersed with traditional butchers, fishmongers, bakers and greengrocers.

There's lots to do in and around Whitstable for all ages and interests. Here is just a selection:

• Miles of pebble and sandy beaches lined with pretty, colourful beach huts
• A wide range of water sports from sailing and kite surfing, to kayaks and waterskiing, plus a variety of boat trips
• Lovely coastal walks from Seasalter to Reculver, passing the stunning cliff top lawns of the Tankerton slopes. Don't miss the simply beautiful tea gardens, possibly the most glorious place to relax on a sunny afternoon
• Seafood lovers can enjoy the many restaurants and pubs serving fish and shellfish, especially the famous Whitstable oysters

The Garden of England
Kent truly is the Garden of England, with beautiful scenery, a stunning coastline and a rich and exciting history. There are so many things to do out and about, that we can't cover them all here, but in Canterbury and around the Isle of Thanet you will find the following:

• Beautiful, award winning beaches
• Glorious gardens and stately homes
• Wonderful coastal walks
• Maritime history in abundance
• Some of the best military heritage in the UK
• Castles and historic houses
• Many museums and galleries
• Wide variety of water sports
• Wonderful wildlife parks

Restaurants in Whitstable:
Fish Resturant, Royal Native Oyster Stores - www.oysterfishery.co.uk
Crab & Winkle, Whitstable Harbour www.seafood-restaurant-uk.com
The Sportsman, Seasalter www.thesportsmanseasalter.co.uk
Samphire Restaurant www.samphirerestaurant.co.uk
Zizzi www.zizzi.co.uk

Things to do in Whitstable:
Whitstable Oyster Festival 24-31 July 2010 www.whitstableoysterfestival.co.uk
Whitstable Yacht Club (saling and windsurfing) www.wyc.org.uk
Windsurfing and kitesurfing www.board-worx.com
Art, music, comedy www.horsebridge-centre.org.uk
Theatre www.theplayhousewhitstable.co.uk
Walking and cycling the Crab & Winkle Way www.crabandwinkle.org
Leisure centre and swimming www.activelifeltd.co.uk
Golf www.englishgolf-courses.co.uk/kent/whitstableseasalter.php - www.pentlandgolf.co.uk
Boutique shop - Taking the Plunge www.takingtheplunge.biz